Oregon State Police say they’re still investigating, but arson investigations can be difficult because flames burn much of the evidence. However, investigators say they have at least one lead: a male was seen igniting and throwing a flare at the residence before the fire started.

Anyone with further information is asked to call OSP at 1-800-442-2068.

Amanda Rose is a multimedia journalist for NBC5 News. Amanda graduated from Columbia University earning a Master’s degree in Journalism. She also received a Bachelor’s degree in English with a specialization in literature from the University of British Columbia.

She’s a Los Angeles native, but is thrilled to return to the beautiful Pacific Northwest and is passionate about reporting on the criminal justice system.